Don't overlook the oil!

[nachoman]

Good advice Kevin. I'd add this; make sure it's plastic compatible oil if it comes into contact with plastic, and light enough oil like sewing machine oil for the drivers & valve gear.

Labelle makes some great oils.

What do you generally use?

Galen

I had been using something sold by atlas (made for their locos, I guess). It was weird stuff that was kind of soapy. I really didn't like it, but one time I was desperate and that is all the LHS had in stock at the time. I have since been using the labelle stuff - and like it very much. I have heard others use automatic transmission fluid or sewing machine oil. Both of those options may be cheaper or more readily available for those without a LHS nearby. Sewing machine oil can be bought at most craft or fabric stores, and ATF probably at any gas station.